How to Fix Bad Request Error in Sage Accounting

The Bad Request Error in Sage Accounting generally occurs when the user is using an outdated software. It is important to make sure you update the software since Sage 50 will occasionally include product updates to improve an existing feature in the accounting software. Updating your software will allow you to troubleshoot most technical errors connected to Sage Accounting, including a Bad Request Error. You can call the Sage contact number and speak to a certified software expert to find out if you are using the latest version of Sage Accounting. You can also have a look at the steps mentioned in this blog to get a general overview of the software update process.

Solution 1: Automatic Update through Sage 50

In case your Sage software is already set up for an automatic update, you will receive a notification accordingly when you launch Sage 50. If an update is available, you can follow the steps below to install the necessary updates:

·        Step 1: Click on the automatic update notification and look for the options’ Download Now’ or ‘Don’t Download.’

·        Step 2: Click on ‘Download Now’ option and select the folder where you want to save the file.

·        Step 3: Depending on the security settings of your device, the software may or may not install the updates automatically:

·        Step 4: If the updates are not automatically installed you will need to browse to the location you selected and double-click the downloaded file

·        Step 5: Once the installer is launched manually, you may be required to enter your Sage 50 user id or admin details before you proceed.

·        Step 6: Press OK then simply follow the prompts shown on the screen, and the Sage Accounting update will install in no time.

Solution 2: Manual download from the Sage Website

In case you have trouble with the automatic downloads, you will need to manually install the updates to solve the problem. You can follow the instructions given below to update Sage Accounting manually:

·        Steps 1: Open your web browser and go to the official Sage website. Look for the manual download option in Product & Payroll Updates in Related Resources.

·        Step 2: Select the software update you want and press the ‘Download’ option to download the update to your computer.

·        Step 3: Choose a convenient location to save the file and then close the browser. The easiest option is to choose ‘Desktop’ as your “Save in” location.

·        Step 4: Once the necessary updates are downloaded, you can close Sage 50 and go to the Desktop to run the installer file.

If you find that the updates are taking time to install, you can call the Sage technical support number and speak to an experienced technician to find out what went wrong. In case the Bad Request Error persists even after you update the software you can ask the technician for help to implement a more advanced solution. Experts are available 24 hours a day to give you a detailed guide on how to troubleshoot virtually any error connected to your Sage Accounting software.